Assembly of First Nations
Andrea Paul is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations since November 2023. In addition to this role, Andrea Paul has been an Indigenous Crafter with Wasawek Beading since October 2018, creating beaded jewelry, medallions, and Christmas ornaments while continuously mastering new skills. As a business owner of Auntie Saun’s Take-Out since June 2020, Andrea Paul contributes to the local economy. Previous significant roles include serving as Chief for Pictou Landing First Nation from December 2011 to November 2023, co-owning Shenanigans Pub and Eatery from October 2015 to February 2022, and functioning as a Commissioner at Nova Scotia Human Rights from 2013 to August 2019. Earlier experience includes teaching at Pictou Landing Band Council and serving as a Student Counselor. Andrea Paul holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from St. Francis Xavier University and multiple degrees in education and sociology from the same institution, along with Native Counseling certification from the Ontario Native Education Counseling Association.
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Assembly of First Nations
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is a national advocacy organization that works to advance the collective aspirations of First Nations individuals and communities across Canada on matters of national or international nature and concern. The AFN hosts two Assemblies a year where mandates and directives for the organization are established through resolutions directed and supported by the First Nations in Assembly (elected Chiefs or proxies from member First Nations). In addition to the direction provided by Chiefs of each member First Nation, the AFN is guided by an Executive Committee consisting of an elected National Chief and Regional Chiefs from each province and territory. Representatives from five national councils (Knowledge Keepers, Youth, Veterans, 2SLGBTQQIA+ and Women) support and guide the decisions of the Executive Committee. The AFN is honored to be named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers 2023 and National Capital Region’s Top Employers 2023. View our current list of employment opportunities here: https://afn.ca/about-us/work-with-afn/